Biology
Objectives
The Biology course aims to foster in students an understanding, appreciation and interest in Biology.
The student will be well equipped to pursue tertiary studies in Biology and related fields.
Course outline
- Cells: Structure and Function
- Biological molecules
- Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells
- Energy systems
- Plants
- Plant cells
- Plant body
- Plant cells
- Animals
- Tissues and organs
- Digestive, Excretory, Circulatory, Respiratory & Immune
- Genetics
- Cell division
- Inheritance
- Gene expression
- Genetic Engineering
- Human Genetics
- Reproduction and Development
- Evolution & Diversity
- Evolution: Evidence & Mechanisms
- Diversity: Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi & Protists
Assessment
- Term 2 Exam (1, 2 & 3)
- Term 3 Assignment
- Term 4 Exam (4 & 5)
- Practical class reports
Required texts
- Knox, Ladiges, Evans and Saint Biology (3rd Edition) McGraw-Hill Companies